Leonardo Giovannelli, commanding officer of Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific (MSTCPAC), gives remarks during the MSTCPAC Basic Divisional Officer Course (BDOC) graduation ceremony, at the Naval Base San Diego Base Theater. The group sail supports the Pacific Fleet MIDPAC Surface Combatant Operational Employment program, which calls for nine of the 11 Hawaii-based surface combatants to focus on the western Pacific Ocean by conducting intermediate and advanced training and regular deployments in the western Pacific. SWATT is led by SMWDC whose mission is to increase the lethality and tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force across all domains. Ashore, Kitchener served as the Surface Warfare Directorates Naval Surface Fire Support program officer on the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations; combat systems instructor at Surface Warfare Officers School; ballistic missile defense operations chief at the Cheyenne Mountain directorate at Commander, U.S. Northern Command; and vice commander of Naval Mine and Anti-Submarine Warfare Command. 230110-N-EC658-1044 ARLINGTON Va. (Jan. 10, 2023) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks at the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) 35th National Symposium. PHILIPPINE SEA - Ships from Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70 and Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71 completed the Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercise for 2023 in the Philippine . CARAT/MAREX Timor-Leste Concludes, Strengthens Regional Partnerships. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) sailed with the Indian Navys INS Savitri (P 53) in the Indian Ocean, Feb 7. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces, inaugurated the Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific (MSTCPAC) during a ribbon cutting ceremony onboard Naval Base San Diego, Aug. 15. Executive Director. 230207-N-NH267-1345 INDIAN OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2023) U.S. Navy Cmdr. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles DeParlier). SAN DIEGO (NNS) Commander, Naval Surface Group Western Pacific (CNSG WP) was officially, An official website of the United States government, YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 17, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks with the Chief Petty Officers' Mess aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). SAN DIEGO (May 12, 2021) The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps strengthen joint ties with the Army and, 210430-N-OA516-1041SAN DIEGO (April 30, 2021) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Mallorie Miller). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Heaps), 210531-N-OA516-1103 The commander is also designated as commander, Naval Surface Force (COMNAVSURFOR), a "dual hat", who serves as the Navy's Lead for the Surface Warfare Enterprise. Mr. Aaron Weis, Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer, Vice Adm. Jeffrey E. Trussler, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, N2/N6, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations/Director of Naval Intelligence and Lt. Gen. Matthew G. Glavy, Deputy Commandant for Information, Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps, presented the awards following a town hall session to kick off . The USS Stockdale, named after Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale, returned to Naval Base San Diego, July 15, following a 10-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific. Commander, Naval Surface Force Pacific remembers the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Command Master Chief of Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, Michael Kaszubowski, was reenlisted by his son, Ensign Sean Kaszubowski, the Electronic Warfare Officer aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Samson (DDG 102), Jan. 4. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Allison R. Castro), 220728-N-US228-1199 SAN DIEGO (28 July 2022) Rear Adm. Commander, U.S. Vice Admiral Wilson Brown was appointed commander of the amphibious forces in the Pacific (ComPhibPac) on 10 April 1942.[24]. After over 33 years of service, he was retired from the Navy in August 1976 with the permanent rank of vice admiral. ; Carrier Air Wing Five Jets Participate in Aero India 2023. Surface Squadron 1 was a mix: it comprised one salvage ship (ARS), 3 ATF, 1 AVM, two frigates, 1 LKA, and 1 LST. As the type commander for naval aviation, Commander, Naval Air Forces (COMNAVAIRFOR)'s mission is to "Man, Train and Equip deployable, combat-ready Naval Aviation forces that win in combat.". Samuel Paparo, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, paid a visit to the crew of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) late last week while underway in the Philippine Sea. At sea he served as a division officer aboard USS Dewey (DDG 45); operations and training officer for Special Boat Unit 26, Republic of Panama; combat systems and weapons officer aboard USS San Jacinto (CG 56); executive officer aboard USS Cowpens (CG 63); and operations officer and chief of staff for Commander, Carrier Strike Group 11. SAN DIEGO Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) watched the black smoke billowing into the sky to the south. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stevin Atkins), SAN DIEGO (July 15, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) transits San Diego bay upon its return to homeport. (Ret.) [1] From 1978 to 1987, and probably later, the headquarters has been located at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Coronado, California. Commodore, Naval Surface Squadron Fourteen. Amphibious transport dock USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) completed Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) Timor-Leste, Feb. 15. Force Master Chief. The Symposium brings together joint experts and decision-makers in the military, industry, and congress to discuss how the Surface Force is a critical element of national defense and security. Ships and Aircraft, Thirteenth Edition, 1984, 16. 2/10/2023. CNO Visits Australia to Discuss Maritime Security, Continued Cooperation. DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) conducted a port visit at U.S. Navy Support Facility (NSF) Diego Garcia, Feb. 11. Gabriel M. Kelly, Commodore, Tactical Air Control Group ONE, right, presents a Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Air Traffic Controlman 2nd Class Jacob Bukowiecki, assigned to Tactical Air Control Squadron ELEVEN, during an award ceremony at NAB Coronado Nov. 4, 2022. The visit marks the first time that the destroyer, named after Medal of Honor recipient and former U.S. In December 1990, Bennett assumed command of Naval Surface Forces Pacific. BDOC is a nine-week course focused on division leadership and is the Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) career path's initial training. FORCM Jason R. Dunn. The goal is to increase awareness of the leadership development and career opportunities that the Navy provides, to provide a view into life in the Navy, and to build advocates for the Navy within the civilian world. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Melvin Fatimehin), 230104-N-ZZ999-1002 HONOLULU (Jan. 04, 2023) Command Master Chief Michael Kaszubowski, of Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, left, poses for a photo with his son, Ensign Sean Kaszubowski, the Electronic Warfare Officer aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Samson (DDG 102), following the fathers reenlistment ceremony, Jan. 4. conducting integrated operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean in support of Deputy Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic 05 March 2021. . LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas. SAN FRANCISCO The 40th annual San Francisco Fleet Week hosted the annual medical exercise (MEDEX) Oct 7 to enhance the partnerships and cooperation for medical response in the wake of a natural disaster. 14003 Makin Island is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. Corey Wright, the assistant operations officer aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Pete Gumataotao, from the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, addresses junior officers during a junior officer training symposium. When the task of consolidating the Naval Surface Forces, Pacific Fleet was completed, Admiral Tidd requested retirement. 161119-N-YT019-0005 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2016) Vice Adm. Thomas Rowden , Commander, Naval Surface Forces Pacific, observes flight quarters on amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) during . Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Attn: Inspector General 2841 Rendova Road San Diego, CA 92155-5490 Email: w_crnd_cnsp_ig_us@navy.mil . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), 220512-N-NK931-4002 PACIFIC OCEAN (May, 12, 2022) An AGM-114L Longbow Hellfire missile launches from the Surface-To-Surface Missile Module (SSMM) aboard Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8). SAN DIEGO (May 21, 2021) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, arrives at the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) San Diego graduation ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob D. Bergh), 230228-N-N0831-0002 USS Robert Smalls (CG 62), 230217-N-CX281-1000 The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) departs Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) while shifting its homeport to Naval Station Everett, Washington, and bringing an end to nearly seven years of forward-deployed time in U.S. 7th Fleet. CORONADO, Calif. (May 31, 2021) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, gives remarks at the Coronado Memorial Day Ceremony. SWO Boss Visits Japan to Engage with Surface Warriors. SAN DIEGO (May 12, 2021) The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps strengthen joint ties with the Army and, 210430-N-OA516-1041SAN DIEGO (April 30, 2021) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface. On 7 June 1975 Vice Admiral Emmett H. Tidd assumed Command of the Naval Surface Force, US Pacific Fleet. SAN DIEGO (Dec. 2, 2021) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Joshua Vergara, right, and Seaman Ibitayo Adewole prepare to fake line aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Bilateral operations like this one reassure our allies and partners of the U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. She was designated a surface warfare officer in 1999. YOKOSUKA, Japan - USS Barry (DDG 52) departed Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan Feb. 17, as part of a scheduled homeport shift following six years of service forward-deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet. 230210-N-YT019-1545 Sailors and Marines, assigned to amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), pose for a photo after a game of football with members of the Timor-Leste Defense Force (F-FDTL) during the opening ceremony of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2023 in Dili, Feb. 10, 2023. For questions related to this release, contact Cmdr. Commander Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific is a U.S. Navy command responsible for maintenance and training of the surface ships homeported in Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), Hawaii. ." Capt. Mariner Skills Training Center, Pacific 2680 Woden Street BLDG 3304, Suite 3 San Diego, CA 92136 DSN 532 Executive Director (619) 767-6824, ext. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet visited Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and Sasebo (CFAS) to engage with forward-deployed Sailors and their communities and connect with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) partners, Oct. 16-20. Office space is provided at Amphibious Force Headquarters. Get Real, Get Better is a call to action for every Navy leader to apply a set of Navy-proven leadership and problem solving best practices that empower our people to achieve exceptional performance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder/Released), Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Kelby Sanders, Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. the Tri-Service Maritime Strategy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin McTaggart). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vance Hand), 220818-N-OA516-1198 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 18, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivers the keynote address at the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) third annual Waterfront Symposium on board Naval Base San Diego, Aug. 18. His decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal (three awards), Legion of Merit (five awards), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and various service and campaign awards. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob Milham/Released), SAN DIEGO (June 10, 2021) Vice Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, attends Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 objectives and overview during the RIMPAC 2022 initial planning conference (IPC) at U.S. 3rd Fleet headquarters. The Independence-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) USS Mobile (LCS 26) completed installation of its Naval Strike Missile (NSM) launch module on April 8, 2022. Scott Margolis, the operations officer aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59), during a scheduled visit to the ship. He is a 1989 graduate of the U.S. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercise to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. As an Echelon II command, it reports directly to the Chief of Naval Operations. As a surface warfare officer, he deployed around the world and commanded destroyers, cruisers, and an expeditionary strike group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), 220512-N-NK931-4002 PACIFIC OCEAN (May, 12, 2022) An AGM-114L Longbow Hellfire missile launches from the Surface-To-Surface Missile Module (SSMM) aboard Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8). Molly Kierstead, USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR), Photo By: Mass Communication 3rd Class Lily Gebauer, Naval Strike Missile Now Aboard USS Mobile (LCS 26), Surface Warfare: The Competitive Edge, at the Surface Navy, Vice Adm. Kitchener Visits USS Manchester, Photo By: Petty Officer 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner, Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 2n, Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Richard Cho, Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Timothy Heaps, Vice Adm. Kitchener Speaks at 2021 Coronado Memorial Day Celebration, Vice Adm. Kitchener Commissions Newest NROTC San Diego Graduates, Photo By: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner, Photo By: Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Millar, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Bilateral operations like this one reassure our allies and partners of the U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Vice Adm. Tom Rowden is taking a holistic approach to implementing recommendations to ensure safe operations. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. ARLINGTON, VA (Jan. 11, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivers the keynote address at the 34th Surface Navy Associations (SNA) national symposium in Arlington, VA, Jan. 11. Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMNAVSURFPAC) hosted the first Junior Officer Training Symposium (JOTS) event aboard Naval Base Point Loma, July 28. Timothy Shanley, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile-destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81), speaks with Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, during a ship visit. USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) Sailors Volunteer in Crete, Greece. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) returned to its homeport of San Diego after successfully completing a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 3rd Fleet and 7th Fleet areas of operations, July 15. SAN DIEGO Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) established Unmanned Surface Vessel Division (USVDIV) One during a ceremony, May 13, which also included a change of command ceremony for Surface Development Squadron (SURFDEVRON) One. The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the Navy's highest non-combat honor medal. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alex Millar), SAN DIEGO (Aug. 20, 2020) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force U.S. Pacific Fleet, tours the engine spaces of the dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47), with Senior Chief Engineman Jason Saffa. BANGKOK, Thailand - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, traveled to Thailand Feb. 27-28, 2023 to demonstrate the strength of the U.S.-Thailand alliance and U.S. commitment to the Indo-Pacific region. The Symposium brings together joint experts and decision-makers in the military, industry, and congress to discuss how the Surface Force is a critical element of national defense and security. Under his command the consolidation of all Cruisers, Destroyers (previously under COMDESPAC), Frigates (in Cruiser-Destroyer Force, Pacific), Amphibious (ComPhibPac), Mine Force (previously including Mine Squadron 7, disestablished in 1968), Pacific Fleet, Service Force Ships, Tenders and Repair Ships (in Service Force, Pacific Fleet (ComServPac)), Naval Special Warfare Forces (SEALS), and Amphibious warfare schools of the Pacific Fleet, was commenced. Rear Adm. Dodgen is a native of Sherman, Texas, and a 1990 graduate of the University of Texas, with Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Guided-missile destroyers USS Paul Hamilton, USS Hopper, and USS Russell sail in formation during the Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific Surface Combatant Group Sail. YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. and Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) concluded Resilient Shield 2023 onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan, and various command centers throughout the region, Feb. 23. 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